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- calendar_today October 12, 2026
Seattle Boat Company Expands with Bayside Marine Acquisition
On October 5, 2026, Seattle Boat Company announced its purchase of Bayside Marine, a well-established boat dealer and service shop located at 1111 Craftsman Way in Everett, Washington. The acquisition marks a significant step for the marine dealer to strengthen its presence throughout the North Puget Sound and Pacific Northwest region.
Growing Presence in the Marine Business
Seattle Boat Company, which already operates boating businesses across Washington and in North Idaho, said the addition of Bayside Marine further complements its existing network. In a press release, the company highlighted its focus on expanding marine services and offerings to a broader boating community in the region.
"Bayside has built something special in Everett," commented Elizabeth Bohling, co-president of Seattle Boat Company. "Their team has decades of experience understanding what North Puget Sound boaters want, from fishing and saltwater cruising to the service that keeps those boats on the water. That expertise is a natural complement to what we have built at Seattle Boat Company."
Bayside Marine’s History and Expertise
Bayside Marine has been family-owned since the late 1960s, and is recognized for its comprehensive knowledge in outboard boats, fishing, and saltwater boating. According to its website, Bayside Marine carries both new boats and preowned boats, and is an authorized dealer for Yamaha, Mercury Marine, EZ Loader, and Tuff Trailer.
The company has served the boating community for over forty years with a strong focus on customer service and technical support for various types of watercraft.
Expanded Offerings for Everett Boaters
The merger is set to benefit the Everett boating community by providing enhanced access to new boats such as Pursuit and Cobalt Coastal outboard models. Customers will also gain access to the broader resources of Seattle Boat Company, including expanded indoor boat storage, a wider selection of new boat inventory, and additional technical and administrative support. Certified technicians for inboard and surf boats will now also be available as part of the extended services.
Bayside Marine will retain its local team and identity even as it joins the Seattle Boat Company network, continuing its longstanding role in serving the region.
Commitment to Quality and Service
Seattle Boat Company represents brands including Cobalt, Malibu, and Pursuit in Western Washington. The integration of Bayside Marine’s expertise with outboard-powered boats and strong ties to fishing and saltwater boating is expected to complement the new owner's focus on new-boat sales, preowned boats, watersports, and marine service offerings.
While Bayside Marine declined to provide extensive comment, the company noted that great care and attention have gone into the business during the past forty years under previous co-owners.
Looking Ahead
This acquisition signals Seattle Boat Company’s ongoing intention to invest in the Pacific Northwest’s marine industry and diversify services for local boaters. Both companies are set to leverage their combined experience and resources, aiming to meet a broad range of boating community needs in the region.
Source: heraldnet.com.
